Progesterone
Progesterone, usually being overlooked, is produced by the ovaries and the adrenal glands. Natural progesterone enhances the action of estrogen as these two hormones were meant to work together to maintain normal hormone balance.
Progesterone:
- Relieve menopausal symptoms
- Protect against uterine and breast cancer
- Prevent osteoporosis – stimulates new bone formation
- Reduces symptoms of pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS)
- Decreases headaches, moodiness and bloating associated with menstruation
- Eliminates both pre-menopausal and post-menopausal side effects of estrogen, which includes emotional instability, headaches and mood swings
- Mild tranquilizing effect and enhances overall well-being
- Lowers cholesterol levels and raises HDL or the good cholesterol
- Protects against fibocystic disease and ovarian cysts
Note: Synthetic Progesterone (Progestins) frequently cause bloating, headache, fatigue, weight gain, depression, increased symptoms of PMS by stimulating the estrogen receptors.